At the recent SAG Awards, Pedro Pascal, famed for his role in “The Last of Us,” delivered an acceptance speech that quickly went viral. Winning Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Drama Series, Pascal’s surprise and joy led to a candidly drunk speech that became a highlight of the evening.
Starting off with a humorous acknowledgment of his unexpected win, Pascal admitted to the audience,
This is wrong for a number of reasons, I’m a little drunk
Pedro Pascals – SAG Awards
quickly adding that he was “all drunk.”
His speech’s authenticity and humor captured everyone’s attention. Especially when he confessed to forgetting the names of his fellow nominees and warmly thanked the series creators and HBO, reflecting on his childhood memories of the network.
But the fun didn’t stop on stage. Backstage interactions added more layers to Pascal’s memorable night. In a conversation with Tan France, Pedro Pascal revealed he didn’t recall the specifics of his speech because he was drunk. He also humorously addressed his awards season banter with Kieran Culkin. Hinting at plans to “make out with Kieran” at the after-party.
This playful exchange was a continuation of a jest that began when Culkin told Pascal to “suck it”. After his Golden Globes win, showcasing the lighthearted friendship between the actors. This SAG Awards win marks Pascal’s first ever. The event was streamed live on Netflix from the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles.
Pedro Pascal’s performance on and off the screen proves he’s not just a talented actor. But also a delightful presence in the entertainment world, capable of stealing the show in more ways than one.
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